1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 47 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Tempo (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Tempo | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Tempo | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |